Unpaid Interns – Congressman Gary C. Peter
Congressman Gary C. Peters, representing Michigan’s 9th District, has openings for unpaid interns this fall in his Washington, DC office. Interns in the Washington office will attend briefings and hearings, draft constituent correspondence, and conduct tours of the Capitol building. Interns also will answer phones as well as perform data entry and general office duties.
Internships are available expressly for the purpose of furthering educational and career opportunities; therefore they are unpaid and usually awarded to college-level students.
Though there is no application deadline, interested students are encouraged to apply early as the positions are limited. Internships are currently being offered for the fall semester on both a full and part-time basis. Selection is based on an applicant’s educational background, work experience, interview, and writing samples. Applicants should be willing to work both individually and as part of a team, and be able to thrive in a dynamic, high-energy work environment.
Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, references and two writing samples to alan.fosnacht@mail.house.gov.
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Two Campaign Interns - The Campaign to Re-Elect Andrew Cuomo Attorney General in 2010
Internship responsibilities include assisting with fundraising operations and various other campaign tasks. No compensation available, but for the INVALUABLE experience of working on a reputable and robust state wide campaign.
Must be able to begin working by mid-October the latest.
To Apply: Please email your Resume and a description of your availability to Ryan Naples at Ryan@AndrewCuomo.com
Internship located in our downtown Manhattan, campaign headquarters.
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Chief of Staff
Senior Democrat/subcommittee chair seeks Chief of Staff. The position serves as the Member’s chief policy advisor and manages D.C. personnel and office finances. He/she supervises a D.C. staff of nine, interacts closely with the subcommittee staff and coordinates with a district office staff of seven.
Position requires excellent management skills, ability to delegate and the capacity to keep track of and follow-up on dozens of tasks. Ability to manage busy staff to ensure a smooth running office is critical. Prefer a candidate who has been a Chief of Staff or Legislative Director for a Member of Congress or a senior aide to a U.S. Senator. Candidate must be willing to work long hours and in pressure situations.
Submit resume and salary history in confidence to CACOScaphill@gmail.com
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Scheduler
Active, hard-working member of the Democratic Leadership seeks a Scheduler for the DC office. Duties include maintaining the Member’s schedule, drafting personal correspondence, coordinating Member’s travel and office procurement. Candidate must be detailed oriented, capable of working in a fast-paced, high stress environment, and possess a good sense of humor. Hill experience preferred. Please send cover letter, resume and references to: ct03scheduler@gmail.com . No phone calls or walk-ins.
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Regional Press Secretary
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is hiring a regional press secretary to act as a liaison between the DCCC and targeted House campaigns. The regional press secretary is responsible for developing relationships with media in targeted congressional districts. The regional press secretary spends a significant amount of time working with individual candidates and campaigns on press plans, story pitches, interview preparation, event preparation, and debate preparation. Campaign experience preferred.
At least two years of on-the-record experience is required.
Please e-mail cover letter and resume, and two brief writing samples to: Stephen Carter at carter@dccc.org. No calls please.
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EA
I am searching for an EA who will partner (really!) with the CEO of one of the most important and prestigious non-profits in the country. The salary is in the low 70’s plus generous bonus and top of the line benefits.
As the right hand person to this kind and extremely busy executive, strong strategic thinking and decision making abilities will be utilized and appreciated.
Responsibilities range from logistical/ meeting/scheduling support, to writing critical correspondence on behalf of the CEO and liaising with the Board of Directors and external contacts. We are seeking someone who has strong writing skills and who can confidently manage communications for the executive office. Please pass this on to a friend, colleague or associate who might want to learn more about this unique opportunity. Thanks for your consideration. Susan Irvings – 202 331-9484 – sirvings@tangent.us
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Boutique Technology/Energy Consulting Firm Seeking Intern
Growing government affairs and consulting firm seeks an intern to assist Partner on projects relating technology as it relates to America’s supply and demand for energy. The firm’s focus includes energy efficiency, solar manufacturing, and ways in which technology is changing energy sources and consumption. Additional projects relate to international trade and the development of renewable energy projects.
Qualified candidates will be pro-active, organized, hard-working, and intellectually curious while contributing to serving and growing the firm’s client base. Some light administrative work will accompany hands-on exposure to the legislative process, renewable energy and energy efficiency industries, economic development processes, and client development. Successful, self-motivated candidates will possess excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills. Experience related to Congress, energy, and/or technology is helpful but not necessarily required. Positions are available immediately and are located one block from the yellow/green metro lines and adjacent to various bus lines. Please send a one-page resume, cover letter and a brief writing sample to: internship@elmwoodstrategies.com.
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Senior Democrat/subcommittee chair seeks Chief of Staff. The position serves as the Member’s chief policy advisor and manages D.C. personnel and office finances. He/she supervises a D.C. staff of nine, interacts closely with the subcommittee staff and coordinates with a district office staff of seven.
Position requires excellent management skills, ability to delegate and the capacity to keep track of and follow-up on dozens of tasks. Ability to manage busy staff to ensure a smooth running office is critical. Prefer a candidate who has been a Chief of Staff or Legislative Director for a Member of Congress or a senior aide to a U.S. Senator. Candidate must be willing to work long hours and in pressure situations.
Submit resume and salary history in confidence to CACOScaphill@gmail.com
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Highly organized, active democratic office is seeking a Legislative Director. We can offer you an excellent work environment with a Member of Congress who is smart and hard working but doesn’t micro-manage. Our leg staff is of the highest quality. Our LA’s are experts in their fields and our we employ two LC’s so that the LD doesn’t have to spend copious amounts of time on mail. Our ideal candidate is a current LD who is looking to make a move but we would consider other backgrounds as well. The Chief in our office does not come from a policy/legislative background and is not looking to manage the members’ legislative priorities. We are looking for someone with vision, passion, organization and a desire to commit to an office and member that is bound for great places. We are willing to offer an excellent salary for the right person. You can be sure that this is one of the best members and offices on the hill. Please send resume to legdirsearch@gmail.com
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For Rep. Rosa DeLauro [D-CT] –
SCHEDULER – Active, hard-working member of the Democratic Leadership seeks a Scheduler for the DC office. Duties include maintaining the Member’s schedule, drafting personal correspondence, coordinating Member’s travel and office procurement. Candidate must be detailed oriented, capable of working in a fast-paced, high stress environment, and possess a good sense of humor. Hill experience preferred. Please send cover letter, resume and references to: ct03scheduler@gmail.com No phone calls or walk-ins.
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For Rep. Stephanie Herseth-Sandlin [D-SD] –
Moderate Midwestern Democrat, and member of the Natural Resources Committee, seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant to handle broad Native American issue portfolio. The position requires exceptional writing and organizational skills, knowledge of the legislative process including committee work, and experience with a range of issues important in Indian Country. Familiarity with South Dakota and/or Upper Great Plains tribes is preferred.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter (in body of email) and resume (attached) to hersethsandlinjob@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or drop-bys, please.
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For Rep. Baron Hill [D-IN] –
Midwest House Democrat and member of the Blue Dog Coalition seeks highly-motivated Legislative Director to manage large legislative portfolio that includes issues coming before the House Energy & Commerce and Science & Technology Committees. Applicant must be an outgoing, inclusive team player with a sense of humor and an ability to focus heavily on managing district-specific legislative initiatives while balancing committee responsibilities. Three to five years of Hill experience required, and Midwest ties are a plus.
Please e-mail resume and cover letter to Legdirector.Opening@mail.house.gov by Monday, October 5 at 5:30 p.m. No calls or drop-ins please.
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Our office is looking to fill a Staff Assistant vacancy. If you know anyone, or have any exceptional interns, who would be interested please send their resumes along to me. We are looking to fill this position rather quickly.
Thanks!
Elizabeth Walters
Scheduler/Office Manager
Office of Congresswoman Betty Sutton (OH-13)
202-225-3401
www.sutton.house.gov
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Rep. Judy Chu is seeking an organized and detail-oriented individual to fill the position of Scheduler. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, handling DC scheduling requests, coordinating travel, handling personal correspondence, and managing office procurement. Ideal candidates must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, possess excellent time-management skills and be a team player. Previous experience scheduling for a Member is desirable, but not required.
Applicant Instructions:
Please send resume and cover letter to ca32.jobs@mail.house.gov. No calls or drop-ins please.
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SCHEDULER/EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT — Southwest Democratic House Member seeks a detail oriented, highly organized and self-motivated individual to serve as scheduler/executive assistant in a very active congressional office. Duties include preparing Member’s daily schedule and briefing book (including detailed itineraries, daily briefing materials, call sheets, press clips, etc.); preparing and managing Member’s District schedule; working with DC/District staff to prepare weekly/monthly/quarterly projected schedules, identify proactive scheduling opportunities, and ensure that strategic scheduling goals are being met; maintaining a database of DC/District events and activities; briefing and making recommendations to the Member and COS on all scheduling requests received by the DC and District offices and responding to all invitations; managing the Member’s travel between DC and the District; coordinating photo opportunities with constituents; and managing the Member’s personal correspondence.
Candidate must be able to work well under pressure and have a very flexible schedule (early mornings, late nights, weekends and some travel to the District will be required). Primary consideration will be given to candidates with Capitol Hill and/or campaign scheduling experience and IQ scheduling experience is preferred.
Please send a resume, writing sample and references to: swscheduler@gmail.com
NOTE: Applications will only be accepted via e-mail.
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For Rep. Lincoln Davis [D-TN] –
LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT – Tennessee Blue Dog is seeking a legislative correspondent for a busy mail operation. Top candidates will be strong, crisp writers who are familiar with IQ, possess good judgment, and understand legislative process and current issues facing Congress. Previous experience with constituent mail is preferred. Tennessee ties earn bonus points. Send cover letter, resume, writing sample and salary requirements to Tenn06Jobs@gmail.com. No calls or drop-ins please.
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Hill Jobs
Note to Job Applicants: To apply for a position, unless otherwise directed in listing, e-mail your resume and other supporting documents to harjobs@cq.com with the Job Referral Number visible in the subject field. Applications for multiple jobs must be e-mailed separately. Applications can also be mailed to Job Openings, c/o CQ’s House Action Reports, 1255 22nd Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., 20037. Indicate the Job Referral Number on your resume, as well as on the outside of the envelope, and send a separate resume for each position for which you are applying. Copies of the Job Openings are also available by request at Kinko’s, on Capitol Hill, 715 D Street, S.E.
*An asterisk indicates the first publication of a new opening. All other openings have been published previously.
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Intern
Internships are an excellent opportunity to gain Capitol Hill experience. If you are interested in a position as an intern for a member of Congress, submit your resume to the House Action Reports intern file. House Action Reports will keep resumes on file for approximately two months and make them available to offices upon request. Date your resume and send it to Job Referral No. “Intern.”
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NEWS ANALYST/EDITOR
Bulletin News analysts are at the cutting edge of the modern information world. Each morning, the nation’s top executives in the government and corporate sectors start their day with a news analysis briefing provided by Bulletin News. If you want the opportunity to brief the nation’s decision makers, please fax your resume to 703-483-6181, or e-mail us at ResumesWP@BulletinNews.com. In order to do this job well, you must have excellent analytical skills, writing and editing ability, and experience in either government or corporate headquarters. The ability to work very early morning hours is a must. If you love news, thrive under deadlines, and want to have a direct impact on important decision makers, Bulletin News is the place for you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
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Account Management / Editorial Quality Control
BulletinNews produces the daily White House News Summary for the Executive Office of the President and additional customized news briefings for governmental and Fortune 500 leaders nationwide. We’re expanding the product management team, reflecting the rapid growth of our business. The successful candidate will be pivotal, serving as (a) the face of the company to clients, each of which pays six figures annually for their daily service; (b) the “voice of the client” internally, ensuring that our editorial workers understand client needs; and (c) a driver of our quality-control management system. Ideal candidate will have strong account management skills combined with experience working as a journalist, editor or similar news generation/monitoring position. Apply to BusOps@BulletinNews.com. EEOC.
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Interns
Freshman House democratic office is seeking full time fall interns for the Washington, D.C., office. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phones, sorting mail, attending hearings, leading capitol tours, writing letters to constituents, and assisting legislative staff with research and other projects. Preference will be given to individuals with Illinois ties. Please send a cover letter, resume, and a short (1 page or less) writing sample to IL.internships@gmail.com.
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Legislative Assistant
Democratic Armed Services Committee member is seeking a legislative assistant to handle committee work. Candidates should have significant Hill experience, excellent written and oral communication skills. Preference is for candidates with military service. Please send resume, cover letter, and writing sample to MLAopening2009@gmail.com.
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Interns
The College Republican National Committee is seeking five to six interns for the fall of 2009 in the Washington D.C., office. We are looking for multiple interns for the following positions: Political, Communications and Finance. All candidates should have a strong work ethic, excellent writing and research skills, and be highly organized. Ideal candidates for the political internships would be Political Science majors and knowledgeable of current events. Candidates for the Communications Intern position should be a Media/PR major and well versed in new media technology (Facebook, Twitter, Blogs, etc) and will work with the Communications Director. Candidates for the Finance Intern position would ideally have a background in Economics/Finance and be interested in accounting and fundraising work. This internship requires a minimum time commitment of three half-working days per week (15 hours). Please send resume and cover letter to Tierra Warren (twarren@crnc.org) with the subject Summer Internship. Make sure to include available times for a phone interview as well as which position you are applying for.
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Interns
Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., is seeking unpaid interns for the fall 2009 semester. Interns will assist in the preparation of constituent letters, press releases, floor statements, speeches, bills, and amendments; attend briefings, hearings, and special events where they may have the opportunity to meet with members of Congress, members of the Cabinet, and leaders of industry and the press; perform research at the Library of Congress; respond to information requests from constituents; and gain valuable Hill experience and learn about the federal legislative process. Interns are also responsible for assisting in sorting incoming mail, greeting visitors, and answering the telephone. Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to the Intern Coordinator at Intern2.NY08@mail.house.com or fax to (202) 225-6923. Put ‘Internship Application’ in the subject line. No drop-ins or telephone calls, please. Deadline for applicants is July 10.
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Legislative Assistant
Hardworking California Democrat on Rules and Energy and Commerce committees seeks a legislative assistant. Legislative portfolio to include: Immigration, Intelligence, Judiciary, Education, Homeland Security, Science, and various Appropriations. Individual will also be responsible for assisting the congresswoman with various caucuses and with Rules Committee work. Individual should have prior legislative Hill experience, be detail oriented, have a strong work ethic, good sense of humor and be able to work quickly under tight deadlines. Please e-mail your resume to cademjob@gmail.com. No telephone calls or drop bys, please.
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Interns
Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., is seeking full-time or part-time interns for his Washington, D.C., office, beginning in late August or early September, 2009 and continuing through December. Internship duties may include the following activities: providing constituent services, attending legislative briefings and committee hearings, legislative research and writing, general office responsibilities and special projects of interest. This internship is unpaid; however we are happy to assist you in receiving academic credit and finding housing. Please send resume and references ASAP to: 2267 Rayburn HOB, Washington D.C. 20515 or fax them to 202-225-8941, Attn: David Dickey-Griffith.
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Executive Assistant / Scheduler
Progressive House Member of Congress from Texas seeks a detail oriented, highly organized and self-motivated individual as an executive assistant. Candidate will prepare the daily schedule for the member, and prepare detailed itineraries, including important numbers, locations and contact names; prepare monthly projected schedules; brief the member on all scheduling activities and requests of the Washington, D.C., and district offices; coordinate photo opportunities with constituents; make reservations for the Congressman’s air travel, ground transportation, and lodging; submit vouchers for travel and expense reimbursement to the staff member responsible for submitting office bills for payment; respond to all invitations, either by written correspondence or by personal telephone call. Candidate will work well under pressure and handle stress. Must have a flexible schedule as job includes long hours, nights, and weekends and other duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree is required with at least two years of office experience. At least one year working in a congressional office is beneficial as is experience making travel reservations and arrangements. Alternatively, three to five years of related work experience. Must have strong telephone skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to prioritization of and recommendations on appointments. Candidate absolutely must have a car to travel with the member throughout Washington, D.C. Thoroughness and careful attention to detail is an absolute must. Does this sound like you? Send a resume, cover letter, and references to: Resumebox@mail.house.gov.
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Staff Assistant
Active Bay Area California Democratic member of Congress seeks a staff assistant. Responsibilities include managing the front desk and greeting visitors. Daily tasks include answering telephones, conducting and organizing tours, processing flag requests, assisting a busy legislative staff, and serving as intern coordinator. Applicants should be detail-oriented professionals with strong organizational skills and writing abilities, positive attitudes and pride in work product. It is required that this staffer have a car. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to dcstaffer@mail.house.gov. Absolutely no phone calls, e-mails or walk-ins, please.
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Legislative Assistant
California Democrat seeks a legislative correspondent for the Washington, D.C. office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, researching and drafting correspondence, supporting the legislative staff, administrative duties (answering phones and greeting constituents), driving, and some legislative issues. Qualified candidates will have excellent research and communication skills, as well as knowledge of correspondence management systems. Applicants will have a flexible schedule including long hours and must work well under pressure. Salary is commensurate with experience. Interested applicants should e-mail a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to LCCA14.DEM@mail.house.gov .
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Interns
The office of Congressman Jesse L. Jackson, Jr., D-Ill. has part-time and full-time internship opportunities available. Qualified candidates must be quick learners, responsible and goal-oriented, while possessing strong writing skills, the ability to multitask, and a professional and friendly demeanor. Interns will have the opportunity to conduct legislative research, assist with administrative tasks, draft correspondence, work with the legislative and press staff, and provide constituent services. The internship is unpaid, but provides an excellent opportunity for those interested in pursuing a job on Capitol Hill. Female and minority candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Please fax a resume and a cover letter to 202 225-0899, Attn: Intern Coordinator or e-mail it to Charles.Dujon@mail.house.gov. No telephone calls, please.
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Interns
Rep. Lynn C. Woosley, D-Calif., is offering full-time or part-time unpaid internships. This position provides exposure to the legislative process, while developing a strong understanding of how a congressional office operates. Intern responsibilities include answering phones, leading tours of the Capitol, opening and sorting mail and faxes, and the potential to assist legislative staff with research and correspondence. Applicants should be energetic, committed and posses excellent communication skills. District ties are a plus. Please send a resume and cover letter to ca06internapp@gmail.com.
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Press Assistant
Rep. Judy Biggert, R-Ill., is seeking a press assistant with excellent writing skills and a demonstrated background in new media to work in her suburban Chicago office. Duties include developing and maintaining Biggert’s official House Web site, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and other new media applications. Other responsibilities include drafting regular e-newsletters, press releases, speeches, and op-eds. Also in charge of compiling clips and providing logistical support for media appearances. Qualified candidates will work well under pressure, have a keen understanding of the legislative process, and be willing to assist other staff as necessary. Technical Web development expertise, campaign or Hill experience, and Illinois ties are preferred. Position may involve travel to Washington, D.C. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send cover letter, resume, and one writing sample to IL13Jobs@gmail.com.
